Description
These Ultra-Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes are a classic breakfast treat featuring tender, airy pancakes made with simple ingredients like buttermilk, baking powder, and melted butter. Perfectly golden and soft, they’re easy to whip up in under 15 minutes and serve with your favorite syrup or fresh fruit for a delightful morning meal.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined; it’s okay if the batter is a bit lumpy. Avoid overmixing to ensure fluffy pancakes.
- Preheat Skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the pancakes are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the pancakes immediately with syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings for a delicious start to the day.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter; lumps help keep the pancakes fluffy.
- Preheat the skillet properly to avoid sticking and ensure even cooking.
- You can keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven while you finish cooking the rest.
- For extra fluffy pancakes, you can separate the egg and beat the egg white until stiff peaks form, then fold it into the batter.
- Use buttermilk for the best tang and texture; if unavailable, mix 1 cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and let sit for 5 minutes as a substitute.
